Fight
Deine Lakaien Lyrics
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Sometimes you win
But often failure is your king
So you feel safe and warm inside
You take your chance from time to time
I am here again
And I force the weak to fight
And I won't leave you a light
You make them angry
Yes you are smooth
Your nails are painted and you cry
When you loose
But other people won't get asked
They just get kicked while othes laugh
I am here again
And I force the weak to fight
Yes it is me again
And I won't leave you a light
Don't have to tell
That's it's a shame
A pope is praying and we are
Building frames
We're sharing sympathy for lords
And look aside while dead birds drop
I am here again
And I force the weak to fight
I am here again
And I won't leave you a light
The lyrics to "Fight" by Deine Lakaien are dark and confrontational, speaking to the notion of the strong preying on the weak. The first stanza sets the tone of the song, acknowledging the occasional victories but ultimately acknowledging that failure is often the outcome. Despite that, the sense of security and comfort comes from taking chances and trying.
The subsequent stanzas take a more confrontational tone, with the first-person narrator announcing their presence and declaring their intention to "force the weak to fight." The use of "I" is interesting because it implies that the singer sees themselves as a force to be reckoned with, unrestrained by any sort of moral compass. The aggression towards the weak is emphasized through lines such as "You make them angry/Yes you are smooth/Your nails are painted and you cry/When you lose," painting a picture of someone who is manipulative and self-serving.
The final stanza brings a political touch to the song, presenting a commentary on the disconnect between those in power and those who suffer under their rule. The contrast between the Pope praying and those "building frames" underscores the passive nature of those who hold power, lamenting the fact that the suffering of the masses is overlooked. Overall, the song is a deeply cynical take on the state of power dynamics in the world, where those with the most resources are able to oppress those without.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes you try
Occasionally, you make an effort
Sometimes you win
Occasionally, you succeed
But often failure is your king
However, more often than not, failure is what dominates you
So you feel safe and warm inside
Thus, you experience a sense of security and comfort within yourself
You take your chance from time to time
You seize opportunities occasionally
I am here again
I have returned
And I force the weak to fight
And I compel the vulnerable to engage in conflict
I won't leave you a light
I will not provide you with any assistance or guidance
You make them angry
You provoke their anger
Yes you are smooth
Indeed, you are slick
Your nails are painted and you cry
Your fingernails are adorned with polish and you shed tears
When you loose
When you suffer a defeat
But other people won't get asked
Other individuals will not be given a chance to be consulted
They just get kicked while others laugh
They are just harmed as others find it amusing
Don't have to tell
It is unnecessary to say
That's it's a shame
That it is regrettable
A pope is praying and we are building frames
A religious figure is offering prayers while we are busy constructing frameworks
We're sharing sympathy for lords
We express compassion for people of a higher social rank
And look aside while dead birds drop
And avert our gaze as deceased birds fall
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